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Chemistry, Physical
Yury Shubin, Yury Bauman, Pavel E. Plyusnin, Ilya Mishakov, Maria S. Tarasenko, Maxim S. Mel'gunov, Vladimir O. Stoyanovskii, Aleksey A. Vedyagin
Summary: In this study, sponge-like porous Ni-Mo-W alloys were prepared as catalysts for the catalytic chemical vapor deposition of 1,2-dichloroethane. The synthesis of the alloys was performed via high-temperature reductive thermolysis of multicomponent precursors, showing synergistic effects of Mo and W on process efficiency during the decomposition of 1,2-dichloroethane. The catalytic activity of the alloys was studied in a flow-through reactor at 600 degrees C for 2 hours.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Emily Siska, Dean Smith, Ashkan Salamat, Keith V. Lawler, Barbara Lavina, Frederic Poineau, Paul M. Forster
Summary: The synthesis and phase stability of TcN, Tc2N, and a substoichiometric TcNx were demonstrated under high pressure and temperature conditions, with a previously unpredicted structure identified for TcN through crystal structure prediction.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
D. Pukazhselvan, K. S. Sandhya, Narendar Nasani, Duncan Paul Fagg
Summary: This study shows that the dehydrogenation activation energy of MgH2 can be lowered by incorporating ceria, but the ceria undergoes phase transformations during dehydrogenation. It also suggests that reduced cerium oxide phases may be mistaken as cerium hydrides, therefore the belief in CeH2 as an active catalyst in the MgH2/CeO2 hydrogen storage system needs further scrutiny.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Clodoaldo Valverde, Rafael S. Vinhal, Luiz F. N. Naves, Jean M. F. Custodio, Basilio Baseia, Heibbe Cristhian B. de Oliveira, Caridad N. Perez, Hamilton B. Napolitano, Francisco A. P. Osorio
Summary: A novel 4(1H) quinolinone derivative was synthesized and characterized, and its crystal intermolecular interactions, molecular global reactivity, and nonlinear optical properties were studied. The results indicate that this organic compound has great potential for various applications.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Boris Peklar, Franc Perdih, Damjan Makuc, Janez Plavec, Jerome Cluzeau, Zoran Kitanovski, Zdenko Casar
Summary: The study successfully prepared the dimaleate form of glasdegib, which was shown to exist in a double-salt form through N-15 ssNMR and single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. Additionally, the new dimaleate form was fully characterized using thermal analysis and spectroscopy, and the physicochemical properties of both forms were compared.
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Chemistry, Physical
Kemryn Allen-Perry, Weston Straka, Danielle Keith, Shubo Han, Lewis Reynolds, Bhoj Gautam, Daniel E. Autrey
Summary: Two-dimensional materials based on transition metal carbides, such as MXenes, have unique properties and great potential in various applications. This study investigated the magnetic properties of Ti-based MXenes and found that the magnetic properties can be tuned by chemical etching conditions, which is beneficial for designing spintronic devices.
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Materials Science, Ceramics
Carmen Gherasim, Petronela Pascariu, Mihai Asandulesa, Marius Dobromir, Florica Doroftei, Nicusor Fifere, Andrei Dascalu, Anton Airinei
Summary: In this study, cupric oxide nanoparticles were prepared using a convenient chemical precipitation route. The effect of reaction conditions on the formation of CuO nanoparticles was investigated. The structural, morphological, optical, and electrical properties of the CuO nanostructures were analyzed using various techniques. Additionally, the photocatalytic activity of the CuO nanoparticles was studied.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
T. S. Freitas, T. M. F. Marques, L. N. L. C. Barros, J. H. da Silva, R. P. Cruz, R. L. S. Pereira, A. R. P. Silva, A. T. L. Santos, A. Ghosh, E. V. H. Agressott, B. C. Viana, H. D. M. Coutinho, P. T. C. Freire
Summary: Copper ion-exchanged titanate nanotubes were prepared by ion exchange reaction and showed potential antibacterial properties as an adjuvant in antibiotic therapy, enhancing the antibiotic activity against strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli.
MATERIALS TODAY CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Yago Soares Chaves, Pedro Henrique Poubel Mendonca da Silveira, Sergio Neves Monteiro, Lucio Fabio Cassiano Nascimento
Summary: The chemical and morphological properties of babassu fibers were analyzed to evaluate their potential as reinforcements in composites. The results showed that babassu fibers have a high crystallinity index and a suitable microfibril angle, making them suitable as reinforcing materials in composites.
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Chemistry, Physical
Anton A. Popov, Sofya D. Afonnikova, Andrey D. Varygin, Yury I. Bauman, Mikhail V. Trenikhin, Pavel E. Plyusnin, Yury V. Shubin, Aleksey A. Vedyagin, Ilya V. Mishakov
Summary: The development of new heterogeneous Pt-containing catalysts has remained relevant over the past decades. This paper presents a method for producing metal-carbon composites, Pt1-xNix/CNF, with a tunable Pt/Ni ratio. The composites consist of Pt1-xNix (x = 0.0-1.0) nanoparticles embedded within a carbon nanofiber (CNF) structure. The synthesis involves the spontaneous disintegration of Pt1-xNix alloys in an ethylene-containing atmosphere, resulting in the formation of CNF. The study also investigates the impact of Ni content on the activity of Pt1-xNix alloys in ethylene decomposition, revealing an increase in efficiency with higher Ni concentration. Additionally, the synthesized Pt1-xNix/CNF composites exhibit superior activity compared to the Pt/Vulcan commercial catalyst in the electrochemical hydrogen evolution reaction.
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Chemistry, Physical
Hye Eun Lee, Hongil Jo, Min Hyung Lee, Kang Min Ok
Summary: Seven new rare earth tellurite nitrates have been synthesized without solvent, exhibiting different crystal structures with band gaps ranging from 3.6 to 4.4 eV. The compounds show distinct molecular structural features and have been characterized using various techniques including UV-vis spectroscopy and thermal analyses.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Dermatology
Keeley Kathryn Anne Hatch, Robert Edward Burrell, Colleen Nancy Ward
Summary: Silver-gold nanocrystalline films were prepared on HDPE substrates using a novel process, and their structure, chemical composition, and biological properties were evaluated. The results showed that, in the short term, all silver-gold films had comparable bactericidal properties to silver-only films, and 65% silver films prepared with the new process conditions had comparable bacteriostatic abilities to silver-only films over a 7-day period. The inclusion of gold may have potential benefits for anti-inflammatory activity in future studies.
INTERNATIONAL WOUND JOURNAL
(2023)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Govindhasamy Murugadoss, Manavalan Rajesh Kumar, Parasuraman Kuppusami
Summary: Cu2O-Cu(OH)(2) nanocomposite was successfully synthesized via a chemical precipitation method, showing promising visible-light photocatalytic activity for crystal violet degradation. The nanocomposite combines the advantages of Cu2O and Cu(OH)(2) nanoparticles, making it a durable and efficient catalyst under visible light irradiation.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yan Mei, Wenjuan Chen, Xuean Chen
Summary: A lanthanum cerium fluoride abrasive was prepared using Ce-2(CO3)(3), La center dot Ce(CO3)(3), and NH4F raw materials at temperatures of 400-1050 degrees C. Various characterization techniques revealed that the materials consist of agglomerated irregular block-shaped particles with particle sizes in the micrometer range. The product was a mixture of cubic CeO2 and trigonal LaF3 below 850 degrees C, while above 900 degrees C, it became a mixture of cubic CeO2 and tetragonal LaOF. The material prepared at 900 degrees C showed potential as an abrasive for polishing optical glass surfaces, as it produced a clean and flat polishing surface with a moderate thickness difference before and after grinding.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kazutaka Ikeda, Fumika Fujisaki, Toshiya Otomo, Hidetoshi Ohshita, Takashi Honda, Toru Kawamata, Hiroshi Arima, Kazumasa Sugiyama, Hitoshi Abe, Hyunjeong Kim, Kouji Sakaki, Yumiko Nakamura, Akihiko Machida, Toyoto Sato, Shigeyuki Takagi, Shin-ichi Orimo
Summary: The study revealed the mechanism of catalyzing Al-Ti alloy in NaAlH4 with TiCl3, indicating that Al was partially substituted by Ti during the first desorption process, leading to the formation of highly dispersed nanosized Al-Ti alloy.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Yaxin Guo, Jie Wei, Yalong Liu, Tiantian Yang, Zhuo Xu
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2018)
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Chemistry, Physical
J. Liu, L. Jin, Z. Jiang, L. Liu, L. Himanen, J. Wei, N. Zhang, D. Wang, C. -L. Jia
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2018)
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Materials Science, Ceramics
Tiantian Yang, Jie Wei, Zhibin Lv, Yaxin Guo, Zhuo Xu
JOURNAL OF SOL-GEL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2018)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jie Wei, Chunfang Wu, Tiantian Yang, Zhibin Lv, Zhuo Xu, Dawei Wang, Raphael Haumont, Zhenxiang Cheng
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2019)
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Optics
Yaxin Guo, Jie Wei, Tiantian Yang, Zhibin Lv, Zhuo Xu
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Tiantian Yang, Jie Wei, Zhibin Lv, Zhuo Xu, Zhenxiang Cheng
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2019)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Tiantian Yang, Jie Wei, Yaxin Guo, Zhibin Lv, Zhuo Xu, Zhenxiang Cheng
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Zhibin Lv, Jie Wei, Tiantian Yang, Zehao Sun, Zhuo Xu
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2020)
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Materials Science, Ceramics
Jia Liu, Laijun Liu, Jiale Zhang, Li Jin, Dawei Wang, Jie Wei, Zuo-Guang Ye, Chun-Lin Jia
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2020)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zehao Sun, Jie Wei, Tiantian Yang, Yunpeng Li, Zhiting Liu, Guogang Chen, Tiangang Wang, Hai Sun, Zhenxiang Cheng
Summary: Research has successfully improved the photocurrent density of BiFeO3 through the cooperative effect of gradient distribution of oxygen vacancies and induced flexoelectric effect, providing a new approach to enhance the efficiency of photovoltaic energy.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tiantian Yang, Jie Wei, Zehao Sun, Yunpeng Li, Zhiting Liu, Youlong Xu, Guogang Chen, Tiangang Wang, Hai Sun, Zhenxiang Cheng
Summary: Photovoltaic technology has been a research hotspot in the field of renewable energy, and the fermelectric photovoltaic effect in BiFeO3 has attracted attention for its potential to break through energy conversion limits. Oxygen vacancies play a significant role in enhancing the photovoltaic effect by introducing impurity bands and restructuring energy band structures.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yunpeng Li, Jie Wei, Zehao Sun, Tiantian Yang, Zhiting Liu, Guogang Chen, Lin Zhao, Zhenxiang Cheng
Summary: In this study, a heterostructure consisting of Au nanoparticles layer and BFMO thin film was constructed, and it was found that the photocurrent densities of these heterostructures were greatly improved compared to pure BFMO film. The localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) effect derived from Au nanoparticles was proposed to play a key role in enhancing the photocurrent densities.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jie Wei, Zhiting Liu, Zehao Sun, Yunpeng Li, Chunfang Wu, Lin Zhao
Summary: In this study, a novel heterojunction photocatalyst of CoWO4@NaYF4:Yb3+,Er3+ was designed and developed, exhibiting higher photocatalytic activity and pollutants degradation efficiency. The dominant radicals generated from the heterojunction photocatalysts were confirmed as photo-generated holes and hydroxyl radicals. The enhanced photocatalytic activity of the heterojunction photocatalyst can be attributed to the wide-spectrum responsive features, utilizing solar energy more efficiently.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jie Wei, Zhiting Liu, Yanxing Zhang, Zongxian Yang, Zehao Sun, Yunpeng Li, Zhenxiang Cheng
Summary: In this study, novel direct Z-scheme CdS@CoWO4 spherical heterojunction photocatalysts were successfully designed and synthesized. The photocatalysts exhibited excellent degradation capability towards refractory micropollutants in wastewater. The charge transfer pathways and mechanisms in the heterojunctions favor the direct Z-scheme, and a key built-in electric field strengthens the redox capacity of photogenerated carriers, ultimately greatly enhancing the photocatalytic activity. The formation of Z-scheme heterostructures in a wide range of component ratios is of great benefit for practical applications in environmental remediation.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zehao Sun, Jie Wei, Yunpeng Li, Zhiting Liu, Minchuan Xiahou, Guogang Chen, Lin Zhao, Zhenxiang Cheng
Summary: A novel photovoltaic architecture was designed and constructed using (Sm and Ni) gradient-doped BiFeO3 multilayers to achieve enhanced photovoltaic performance. The experimental results showed that the gradient distribution of oxygen vacancies greatly improved the photovoltaic performance of the gradient-doped BiFeO3 multilayer. Particularly, the photocurrent density (J(sc)) of 80 μA cm(-2) and open-circuit voltage (V-oc) of 0.49 V were much higher than those of pure BiFeO3 films reported in previous literature.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
A. Aly, M. Ghali, A. Osman, M. K. El Nimr
Summary: This study reports the discovery of naturally occurring luminescent graphene quantum dots (GQDs) in coconut water for the first time. The GQDs were identified through various measurements and were found to have dual sizes and emit different wavelengths of light. The GQDs were also utilized as an efficient optical sensor for aniline liquid detection.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zehua Chen, Wencheng Ma, Qinglu Fan, Yanhua Liu, Min Sun, Shuo Wang
Summary: The nanoscale e-VOPO4 materials were successfully prepared by hydrothermal synthesis and calcination, showing high purity and suitable particle size. It exhibited satisfactory electrochemical performance as cathode material for sodium ion batteries, making it a potential candidate for high energy storage systems.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Liu, Yahui Liu, Le Ling, Zhongxi Sheng, Zao Yi, Zigang Zhou, Yongjia Yang, Bin Tang, Qingdong Zeng, Tangyou Sun
Summary: In this paper, a terahertz (THz) micronano device that can switch between bimodal absorption and plasmon-induced transparency (PIT) is proposed. The device consists of layers of graphene, silica, and vanadium dioxide, and has a simple structure, easy tuning, and wide-angle absorption. The device achieves perfect absorption at specific frequencies and is highly sensitive to environmental refractive index. It also has the functions of a three-frequency asynchronous optical switch and slow light effect.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaobo Luo, Songhan Hu, Qiudong Duan, Dacheng Zhou, Jialin Chen, Yugeng Wen, Jianbei Qiu
Summary: The exploration of solar light absorption by a material is important in photonics and optoelectronics. This study reveals the potential of Ba3-xGa2O6:xBi3+ as a promising candidate for various photonic and optoelectronic applications, and demonstrates the use of the material in double-sided laser printing for three-dimensional optical imaging.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hemin Wang, Yanling Hao, Lele Xiang, Xiaosi Qi, Lei Wang, Junfei Ding, Yunpeng Qu, Jing Xu, Wei Zhong
Summary: This study designed Fe3O4-FeCO3/MWCNTs/RGO MCNCs composites and fabricated large-scale samples using hydrothermal and freeze-drying methods. The microstructural investigation showed that these materials had a mixed-dimensional structure, which improved impedance matching features, polarization, and conduction loss abilities, leading to significantly enhanced electromagnetic absorption properties.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhenshan Yu, Hao Chen, Xuequan Chen, Yu-Sheng Lin
Summary: This study presents a silicon dielectric metamaterial (SDM) composed of two outer symmetric semi-circular rings and two inner symmetric split-ring resonators (SRRs). The electromagnetic responses of the SDM device in different modes were studied through numerical simulations and experiments. Increasing the structure height of the SDM device resulted in red-shifted resonances and stronger intensities. This study provides a new design strategy for the development of frequency filtering, polarization switching, and resonance modulation characteristics in THz-wave applications.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yiming Qi, Na Zhang, Meng Zong, Yangxianzi Liu, Weixing Chen
Summary: This study prepares dielectric/carbon fiber based nanocomposites wave-absorbing materials using liquid diffusion and high temperature carbonization strategies. By tuning the element type, drying mode, and filling amount, the electromagnetic parameters and absorbing properties can be adjusted. The best synthesized sample shows excellent absorbing performance, making it suitable for a wide range of electromagnetic wave absorption applications.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Carlos D. Gonzales-Lorenzo, T. K. Gundu Rao, Alberto A. Ccollque-Quispe, Jorge Ayala-Arenas, Monise B. Gomes, Betzabel N. Silva-Carrera, Roseli F. Gennari, Valeria S. Pachas, F. Monzon-Macedo, H. Loro, Jose F. D. Chubaci, Nilo F. Cano, Rene R. Rocca, Shigueo Watanabe
Summary: In this study, CaSiO3 doped with different ppm of Eu was synthesized using the devitrification method. Various physical properties were analyzed, revealing that the intensity and temperature of the high-temperature TL peak increased with higher dopant amounts. Fluorescence measurements indicated the presence of Eu2+ and Eu3+ ions in the samples. EPR spectra confirmed the existence of two defect centers.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yanning Qu, Xinyang Li, Mei Cui, Renliang Huang, Wanquan Ma, Yunting Wang, Rongxin Su, Wei Qi
Summary: In this study, a new molybdenum disulfide/N,S-doped carbon quantum dots (MoS2/N,S-CQDs) heterojunction with enhanced light absorption and electrons transfer di-functional properties was constructed via a facile one-pot hydrothermal method. The heterojunction showed remarkable efficiencies in degrading methylene blue (MB) and malachite green (MG) in an actual water system under simulated sunlight irradiation. The facile synthetic technique and effective multifunctional properties of the composite have the potential for further research and industrial applications.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jiayi Wang, Penggang Ren, Xueyan Zhao, Zhengyan Chen, Yanling Jin, Zengping Zhang
Summary: In this study, a novel homojunction photocatalyst was developed by combining defective g-C3N4 and flaked g-C3N4, which showed excellent degradation performance and cycling stability, and exhibited practicality in several simulation experiments.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jing Yan, Xiaoxiao Zhao, Weixing Chen, Panbo Liu
Summary: This research presents a self-templated strategy to prepare a spherical superstructure of carbon nanorods through material modification and pyrolysis. The resulting material exhibits a large controllable radius of curvature and shows excellent microwave absorbing properties due to its high specific surface area and mesoporous structure.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qinglin Zeng, Zepeng Lv, Shaolong Li, Bin Yang, Jilin He, Jianxun Song
Summary: Liquid metal batteries possess stable safety performance, high rate performance, and thermal stability. The electrolyte, an important component of the battery, plays a significant role in achieving these remarkable performance characteristics. This paper reviews the important research progress of liquid metal batteries electrolyte and discusses the influence of different electrolyte types on energy efficiency. It also highlights the limitations and challenges of existing electrolytes and proposes key development directions for liquid metal electrolytes.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Song Wu, Junli Wang, Xuanbing Wang, Di Jiang, Jinlong Wei, Xiaoning Tong, Zhenwei Liu, Qingxiang Kong, Naixuan Zong, Ruidong Xu, Linjing Yang
Summary: In this study, a composite electrode composed of Ti/TiH2/beta-PbO2_Mn3O4@C was fabricated and investigated for zinc electrowinning. The composite electrode exhibited low overpotential, Tafel slope, icorr, and high voltage stability, outperforming most reported Ti-based PbO2 electrode materials. The excellent catalytic activity can be attributed to the low resistance and porous interlayer of TiH2 nanosheets, as well as the addition of Mn3O4@C micro-flakes to the active layer.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
E. Tsoutsoumanos, T. Karakasidis, N. Laskaris, P. G. Konstantinidis, G. S. Polymeris, G. Kitis
Summary: This study investigates the correlation between nanocrystal dimensions and thermoluminescence signal magnitude through simulations conducted in Python. Two mathematical models, OTOR and IMTS, were used to derive theoretical luminescence signals. The obtained results were compared with experimental data and a thorough comparative discussion was conducted.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Vishnu Aggarwal, Sudhanshu Gautam, Aditya Yadav, Rahul Kumar, Bipul Kumar Pradhan, Brajesh S. Yadav, Govind Gupta, Senthil Kumar Muthusamy, Sumeet Walia, Sunil Singh Kushvaha
Summary: Recently, there has been a great demand for highly responsive photodetectors that can detect a wide range of wavelengths. Researchers have successfully fabricated a broadband metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector by integrating sputtered Bi2Se3 with laser molecular beam epitaxy grown GaN film. This photodetector shows high responsivity in both the ultraviolet and near-infrared regions.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2024)
